now as far as mags go some have reported that Bulgagian 223 ak mags work great, some say they need slight modding, others say only Norinco 223 mags. What say ye, O wise ones.

Hey mtdew,
I have the same rifle, and call tell you from experience that the Bulgarian .223 mags work perfect in mine, also the Polish .223 mags work and feed well.
Here is a picture of your rifles twin brother: